ALCON
Alcon recently introduced new AIR OPTIX plus HydraGlyde monthly replacement contact lenses in Canada .
The lenses merge two technologies : SmartShield , which provides excellent deposit resistance , and HydraGlyde Moisture Matrix , which delivers longer-lasting lens surface moisture .
“ At Alcon , we are committed to helping people see , look and feel their best and this includes continuing to expand our innovative product portfolio ,” says Franck Leveiller , senior vice-president , global head of research and development at Alcon .
“ Adding this exclusive lens surface moisture technology to AIR OPTIX brand contact lenses will provide eyecare professionals a new option for their contact lens patients .”
Alcon says a study found that AIR OPTIX plus HydraGlyde contact lenses provide “ longer-lasting wettability ” after 16 hours “ proving its ability to provide lens surface moisture benefits and lens surface hydration .”
The AIR OPTIX family of monthly replacement contact lenses also includes monthly replacement clear and colour contact lenses , overnight and flexible wear options and toric and multi-focal lens correction . >> www . alcon . com
CENTENNIAL
Toronto-based Centennial Optical recently introduced Extreme H2O weekly contact lenses – the only disposable contact lenses that are available in three different diameters – to the Canadian marketplace .
The new product “ enables eyecare professionals to successfully fit small , standard and large diameter patients , providing them with a better fit and a more comfortable wearing experience .”
Centennial , the Canadian distributor of Extreme H2O weekly contact lenses , says a Pacific University study on corneal diameters found that 27 per cent of contact lens fits fall outside of the standard parameters .
Patients with an HVID ( horizontal visible iris diameter ) of 11.3 or smaller represent 14 per cent of contact lens patients and are best fit with the 13.6 diameter option . Another 13 per cent of patients with an HVID of 12.3 or larger are best fit in the 14.8 diameter . The remaining 73 per cent of patients can be fit in a 14.2 diameter .
“ A weekly replacement modality is ideal for patients who would benefit from a more frequent replacement , but don ’ t want to incur the cost of a daily disposable . And , with three lens diameters for a perfect fit and long-lasting comfort , the benefits of Extreme H2O Weekly lenses are clear ,” Centennial says .
The ultra-hydrating lens material allows for maximum water retention for all-day comfort , which provides “ outstanding optical qualities and prevents the lenses from tightening and causing eye irritation and reduced visual clarity .” >> www . centennialoptical . com